Laurens County Cancer Association One of Three Non-Profits to Receive Funding from Self Regional Healthcare
October 8, 2023
Laurens County Cancer Association was one of three non-profit organizations to receive funding from Self Regional Healthcare. Other non-profits receiving funding support were Healthy Learners and Emerald City Rotary Foundation.…
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Laurens County First Steps Hosts Interactive Session on Academic Readiness and Early Childhood Development
October 8, 2023
Laurens County First Steps, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting early childhood development, is excited to announce an engaging and informative session on Academic Readiness & Early Childhood Development. The…
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“Parting Lines” to open at GCCA’s Main Gallery
October 6, 2023
Exhibition opens First Friday, October 6th, 2023 Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is excited to announce the opening of their Main Gallery exhibition, Parting Lines. The exhibition features the…
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Fourth Annual Contractors for Hope Fundraiser benefiting Harvest Hope Food Bank to be held at Steel Hands Brewing
October 5, 2023
The 4th Annual Contractors for Hope fundraiser will take place Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at Steel Hand Brewing in Cayce to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank. The event will run…
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Tealhaus’ quarterly event raises funds for Meals on Wheels
October 5, 2023
Local storytelling agency TealHaus recently held its quarterly “Haus Party” at Double Stamp Brewery benefiting Greenville’s chapter of Meals on Wheels. In attendance were over 50 former and current clients, family, and friends…
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Barbara Stone Foundation receives $30,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand workforce development programs for individuals with disabilities
October 5, 2023
The Barbara Stone Foundation (BSF) has been awarded a $30,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to expand the UP (Upward Professionals) Employment Initiative, which offers…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation hosts ‘CAN Talks’ on Oct 24, 2023 at Centre Stage in downtown Greenville
October 5, 2023
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs for individuals with disabilities, will host a special event called ‘CAN Talks’ where five individuals with…
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Hiker summits a milestone for Make-A-Wish® South Carolina
October 5, 2023
In the world of endurance sports, you often hear, “don’t peak too early.” For Matthew Wall, that simply doesn’t matter when he wakes up at 3:30 a.m. to conquer another…
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Bon Secours Wellness Arena to host inaugural HBCU MLK Day Unity Invitational
October 5, 2023
Bon Secours Wellness Arena announced that it will host the inaugural HBCU MLK Day Unity Invitational, a four-day celebration of unity, community and collegiate basketball. Set to take place January…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $20,000 from the BJ’s Charitable Foundation to support hunger relief in the Lowcountry
October 5, 2023
Thanks to a $20,000 grant from the BJ’s Charitable Foundation, Lowcountry Food Bank will provide children and their families with nutritious food through our School Market program. School Markets provide…
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FYPColumbia Initiative aims to Connect Midlands Residents with Local Organizations, Nonprofits & Small Businesses
October 3, 2023
FREE registration now open for event to be held on November 16 Registration is now open for FYPColumbia (Find Your Place Columbia), a citywide event connecting local organizations, nonprofits and small…
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Fall Into Service: Red Cross volunteers needed
October 3, 2023
As more people rely on the Red Cross for help, the need for compassionate volunteers throughout South Carolina has never been greater. As the season changes, what a great time…
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SCRA announced New Member Companies and grant funding
October 3, 2023
Members HQ and Supermoon were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. PeriopHealth received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching, access to experts in SCRA’s Resource Partner…
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SC Technical College System Foundation receives $40,000 Power:Ed grant to expand a tech workforce development program to meet the demand for skilled coders
October 3, 2023The South Carolina Technical College System Foundation (SCTCS Foundation) has been awarded a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to expand Create Opportunity, a tech…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation proudly awards student scholarships
October 3, 2023
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands leader in collaborative philanthropy, has awarded $620,000 to 195 students from across the state and country for the 2023-2024 academic year. Since 1998, the…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc. recognizes 2023 annual celebration awardees
October 3, 2023
At its 2023 Annual Celebration, The ‘Burg’s Bright Future, OneSpartanburg, Inc. celebrated a year’s worth of successes, dedicated community leaders, and exemplary local businesses, and looked ahead to Spartanburg’s future.…
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No increase in Girl Scout Cookies for consumers in the Upstate and Midlands
October 3, 2023
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands is excited for Girl Scouts to showcase their entrepreneurial skills selling Girl Scout Cookies this season. Consumers will be able to purchase their…
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Lowcountry Food Bank breaks ground for Southern Region Food Center in Hampton County
October 3, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) held a groundbreaking ceremony last week in Early Branch for its new Southern Region Food Center. Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) in 2022 secured land on the…
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Habitat Greenville partners with Fitch Irick and Creative Builders on affordable housing solutions
October 3, 2023
Several houses being built Friday in a new Habitat for Humanity of Greenville neighborhood could offer another solution in the affordable housing toolkit for the nonprofit. The Sturtevant Street houses…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country RTB promotes Vickie Davis to Senior Vice President of Funding and Events
September 28, 2023
Capital City Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) announced the promotion of Vickie Davis to Senior Vice-President of Funding and Events. While Davis will continue her role in securing…
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EdVenture creates a special place for kids with chronic health conditions
September 28, 2023A cancer diagnosis is tough for any family to face, but when the diagnosis is given to a child, it is especially heartbreaking. In honor of National Childhood Cancer and…
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Helping Hands of Georgetown receives $30,000 grant from Power:Ed to support more students in its Youth Empowerment Program
September 28, 2023
Pictured L to R: Lynne Ford, HH Associate Director; Jean Rothrock, HH Board Chair; Brycen Mention, YEP junior @ Georgetown High School; Daju’honna Mitchell, YEP senior @ Georgetown High School;…
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Organizations awarded opioid settlement funds for prevention efforts in Greenville, South Carolina
September 28, 2023
The POWER Collective, in partnership with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office, RIZE Prevention, Inc., Just Say Something and Safe Rx, will implement a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to combating the opioid…
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The Ideal Foundation announces funding for Doors to Dream
September 28, 2023
The Ideal Foundation, a division of The Ideal Life, has selected Doors to Dream as its fall grant recipient. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, and founded in 2016, Doors to…
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New report finds over 170K South Carolinians employed by nonprofits, making nonprofit businesses our state’s fifth-largest employment sector
September 27, 2023
Nonprofit 501(c)3 Organizations: Vital Contributors to South Carolina’s Workforce Celebrated During Workforce Month Draws to a Close. As Workforce Month is celebrated throughout the state, Together SC, in partnership with…
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Four Governance Questions for Endowment Management
September 27, 2023
By Anne Marie Ashworth To create an environment for good governance, endowments should assess whether they have the appropriate models for optimal long-term portfolio management, oversight and management, fiduciary responsibility,…
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Meredith Dial joins Make-A-Wish® South Carolina Board of Directors
September 26, 2023
This month, Make-A-Wish® South Carolina was proud to elect Meredith Dial, marketing manager for Dial Grimm and Rupert, to the chapter’s board of directors. “We are overjoyed to add Meredith…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation makes a donation in honor of Hunger Action Month
September 26, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation is thrilled to announce a donation to Lowcountry Food Bank. This gift of $30,000 will be used where the Food Bank needs it most to support…
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New ticket prices announced for Crash Course Columbia, driven by COR
September 26, 2023
Connect to the community and become a local champion— tickets on sale for Oct. 19-20 tour Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) continues connecting the community with its talent retention initiative, Crash…
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Make-A-Wish® South Carolina announces new Major Gift Officer
September 26, 2023
Make-A-Wish® South Carolina is pleased to announce that Mary Delaney is joining the staff of the chapter as its new Major Gift Officer for the Coastal Regions. In her role,…
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Cypress Adventures receives $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand its afterschool youth leadership program for middle and high school students
September 26, 2023HARTSVILLE, SC – Cypress Adventures, Inc. has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to help meet the demand to expand its successful…
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Richland County awards more than $1.7M in Grants to local nonprofits
September 26, 2023
Richland County Council voted to allocate Community Impact Grant funding to 37 nonprofits during its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 19, ahead of an Oct. 1 deadline. Funding totaled $1.785 million…
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Alair Homes building stronger communities across South Carolina with Habitat for Humanity
September 25, 2023
Alair Homes joined Habitat for Humanity on build sites across the state for a single-day, multi-site volunteer collaboration. Hosted in partnership with Habitat for Humanity South Carolina, the event was…
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Bank of America Charitable Foundation awards $70,000 to United Way’s multi-generational family stabilization services
September 25, 2023
Bank of America Charitable Foundation awarded $70,000 to United Way of the Midlands’ Two-Generation programming, which includes the new Young Men United program. United Way’s Two-Generation approach for families provides…
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Laurens County First Steps Announces “Find the Pig” Scavenger Hunt During Squealin’ on the Square
September 24, 2023
Get ready for the Laurens County First Steps pig event during Squealin’ on the Square on October 6-7. The pigs will be scattered around Laurens Square. Each pig has a…
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Matt Smith joins United Way of Pickens County as Director of Financial Stability
September 21, 2023
United Way of Pickens County announced that Matt Smith has joined its leadership team as the Director of Financial Stability. Matt Smith comes to United Way of Pickens County with…
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Rural non-profit, DIG receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed to support more youth in STEAM skills and career discovery
September 21, 2023
Dreams, Imagination, and Gift Development Program (DIG), has been awarded a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support DIG’s five existing afterschool and career…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy announces inaugural class of community Horticulture Fellows, underscoring the importance of diversity in fulfilling its mission
September 21, 2023
The Charleston Parks Conservancy announces its inaugural class of Community Horticulture Fellows, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the field of horticulture and community engagement.…
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Two Lowcountry Food Bank partner agencies, Samaritan House and The Shepherds Table, receive pantry makeovers from Food Lion Feeds
September 21, 2023
Food Lion volunteers donate significant time and resources to makeover two Lowcountry Food Bank partner agency pantries. The Great Pantry Makeover addresses food insecurity; supports individuals and families who experience…
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Major fashion exhibition featuring Alexander McQueen and Ann Ray opens October 7
September 21, 2023
Garments and photographs document their shared artistic journey and friendship \The Columbia Museum of Art is pleased to present Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous, a major fashion and…
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Eastside Family YMCA brings an elevated level of wellness and sports programming for the growing Eastside Community with new facility expansion
September 21, 2023
The YMCA of Greenville unveiled its completion of phase one of a multi-phased capital improvement plan for the Eastside Family YMCA branch which includes an outdoor multi-sport airnasium, an outdoor…
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Filipino American Association of Greater Columbia celebrates Filipino American History Month with a series of exciting events
September 20, 2023
Filipino American Association of Greater Columbia, a leading advocate for promoting cultural diversity and heritage awareness, is proud to announce a vibrant lineup of events in celebration of Filipino American…
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Non Profit Minute – Krystal Cau, We Are Sharing Hope SC
September 20, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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LRADAC receives major federal funding for substance prevention and mental health awareness
September 20, 2023
Funding will come from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) LRADAC has been awarded significant federal funding that will tremendously impact substance misuse prevention, intervention, and treatment…
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Annual Golf Tournament and 24th Annual Race raise more than $34,000 for families living with Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia
September 19, 2023
The ARK of South Carolina, dedicated to supporting families living with Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia (ADRD), recently hosted two successful events that raised over $34,000 for their essential programs and…
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Rebuild Upstate to host first silent auction event to raise funds for home preservation
September 19, 2023
Rebuild Upstate, a local nonprofit dedicated to preserving safe and affordable housing for individuals and families in need, is launching a new fundraising event aimed at home preservation and critical…
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Trident United Way announces new leadership hires: Astad, Johnson and Reams to join the organization this month
September 19, 2023
Trident United Way (TUW) is thrilled to announce three new leadership hires who will join the organization this month: Vice President of Institutional Funding, Director of Health and Director of…
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Countybank Foundation donates $500 to Salvation Army
September 19, 2023
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, recently donated $500 to The Salvation Army of Greenwood. This donation represents a longstanding relationship between the organizations, including…
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Upcountry History Museum dives in with ‘Splash and Bubbles’
September 19, 2023
Explorers of all ages will be able to dive into the incredible world of ocean exploration when “Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin” makes its only South Carolina…
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John M. Rivers gifts 44 objects from his private collection of Charleston fine and decorative arts to the Gibbes Museum of Art
September 19, 2023
The Gibbes Museum of Art, home to the foremost collection of American art that incorporates the story of Charleston, has received a donation of 44 objects from the private collection…
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